abandoned

Example Sentences

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Some such green projects have been abandoned as too costly and others are in the initial stages, said Vernet.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The company eventually abandoned that approach, selling the product through retailers, but sales still tapered out.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The kennels take on seized or abandoned animals that police are unable to house themselves.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

In Cambodia, authorities recently took reporters on a tour of an abandoned scam center and showed the remnants of movie-like sets designed to resemble Indian police stations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Morgan had abandoned the market by the late fall of 2006.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis